Focusing on the philosophies of Jotirao Phule and Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, this critical comparative study explores their significant contributions as dalit leaders in modern India. It highlights both the similarities and differences in their approaches to religion, society, culture, and philosophy, offering fresh insights into their ideas and legacies.
This book critically evaluates the nineteenth-century intellectual movement in Maharashtra. Rich in primary archival resources, it traces the roots of Indian rationality in indigenous intellectual traditions. The study presents a new understanding of nineteenth-century intellectuals, including Mahatma Phule and Pandita Ramabai, as well as the burgeoning national movement.